July 4th Recipes

Throw the ultimate Independence Day party with our easy 4th of July recipes, including simple finger foods and star-spangled desserts. Plus, get the best party tips to ensure a good ol’ American time.

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    47 Easy Fourth of July Desserts to Dazzle Your Guests

    We know you'll be busy flipping burgers and greeting guests. That's where these easy Fourth of July desserts come in....


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    70 Vintage Fourth of July Recipes

    Celebrate Independence Day with traditional Fourth of July recipes! Classics like apple pie, canapes, buttermilk biscuits and cucumber salad are...


    Caprese Pasta Salad

    2 reviews

    Our Caprese pasta salad is a simple summertime recipe that packs a fresh, flavorful punch.


    Air-Fryer Fried Cookies

    Deep-fried Oreos are a county fair favorite. Now you can make them at home quickly, easily and mess free. —Margarita...


    Air-Fryer Chicken Legs

    1 review

    These air-fryer chicken legs might change how you view barbecue chicken.


    Rock N Rye Pork Roast Sandwiches

    Detroit's Faygo Rock & Rye soda (or pop, as we call it in Michigan) gives these pork roast sandwiches such...


    Smoked Bluefish Spread

    1 review

    While I was growing up, we spent summers on Block Island, Rhode Island, where we would surf-cast off the shores...


    Southern Peach Toasts

    This is my creative homage to our beloved Southern fresh peach cobbler. It is an upscale presentation with delicious peaches...

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    Dill Pickle Dip

    6 reviews

    You might want to make a double batch of this dill pickle dip. The bowl will be empty before you...


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    16 4th of July Pies That’ll Dazzle Your Guests

    Forget the fireworks! We've got our eyes on these 4th of July pies. Each recipe makes use of all the...


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    45 Best Fourth of July Side Dishes

    From saucy beans and crisp zucchini patties to berry-packed salads and grilled corn, these Fourth of July side dishes are...


    Blueberry Iced Tea

    3 reviews

    I enjoy coming up with new ways to use my slow cooker in the kitchen. If it’s going to take...


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    Juicy Lucy Burger

    7 reviews

    This cheese-stuffed Juicy Lucy burger gives us a whole new reason to love summertime grilling.


    Air-Fryer Spicy Ginger Beef Skewers

    1 review

    My family loves the flavors of these zippy kabobs. I usually grill them outside, but if it's cold or rainy,...


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    45 Light Summer Desserts That are Kind to Your Waistline

    A delicious, summery dessert for less than 350 calories per serving? You bet! These light summer desserts offer big taste...


    Spam Macaroni Salad

    2 reviews

    I have always loved Spam, so I decided to combine it with pineapple to make this Polynesian-inspired macaroni salad recipe....


    Grecian-Inspired Macaroni Salad

    8 reviews

    I love all Grecian flavors and tried adding them to a macaroni salad. Toss in whatever olives you can find;...

    Caprese Pasta Salad

    3 reviews

    When life hands you tomatoes, make... Caprese pasta salad. It captures the flavors of the classic Italian salad in a...


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    Custard Ice Cream

    7 reviews

    We'll show you how to make vanilla custard ice cream that is so good, you'll fall in love after the...


    Middle Eastern-Inspired Macaroni Salad

    1 review

    This creamy, tangy macaroni salad is inspired by the many wonderful flavors of the Middle East. The za'atar seasoning gives...


    Tex-Mex Potato Salad

    4 reviews

    I created this Tex-Mex potato salad for one of my cooking classes, and it was a hit. It's perfect for...


    Raspberry Margarita

    Turn your regular marg night into a frozen raspberry margarita night. Rim the glasses with sugar, and top them with...


    Watermelon Cupcakes

    1 review

    My granddaughter and I bake together each week. She was inspired by all of her mom's flavored syrups, so we...

    Coleslaw Waldorf Salad

    1 review

    Potlucks tend to have a lot of heavy dishes, so this bright, fresh Waldorf salad coleslaw recipe is a welcome...


    Coconut Margarita

    Loaded with tropical flavor, the coconut margarita is a simple way to bring vacation vibes to any celebration without having...


    Mango Margarita

    Soothe a sweltering summer day with our refreshing mango margarita recipe. Your choice if you want it served frozen or...


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    Best Hamburger

    2 reviews

    This is the only hamburger recipe you need! We'll walk you through how to make hamburger patties that grill up...


    Thousand Island Dressing

    1 review

    This sweet and tangy homemade Thousand Island dressing is a cinch to make. It's perfect for drizzling over your favorite...


    Our Best 4th of July Recipes for Your Slow Cooker

    Grab the family, head outside and have all the 4th of July fun you want. You can still feast on...